Surgeon-in-Chief

The Surgeon-in-Chief is a senior medical professional who oversees surgical departments in a hospital or medical institution. This role includes managing surgeons, coordinating surgical practices, ensuring high standards of patient care, and leading surgical research and education. They are responsible for setting strategic goals for the surgical service, improving operational efficiency, and fostering collaboration among medical teams. The Surgeon-in-Chief often plays a key role in complex surgeries themselves, providing expertise and guidance, while also representing the surgical department in discussions with hospital leadership and external stakeholders.